Laboratory Assistant

**Job Advert: Laboratory Assistant - Chemistry Department**

Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to develop your career in the sciences? Look no further than Smithers Medical Device Testing

**About Smithers MDT**: Founded in 1925, Smithers MDT is a multinational company that prides itself on providing accurate data, on time, with high touch by integrating science, technology, and business expertise. With operations in North America, Europe, and Asia, we support customers in various industries, including transportation, life sciences, packaging, materials, components, consumer, and energy.

**The Opportunity**: Our Medical Device Testing division is a world-class team dedicated to supporting the innovative and thriving medical device and combination drug product industries. Due to our continued success and increased investment, we are seeking a Laboratory Assistant to join our Chemistry Department.

**Role Overview**: As a Laboratory Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the flow of projects through the department, maintaining laboratory housekeeping and record-keeping, and ensuring the efficient organization of equipment and resources. Your contributions will directly impact our team's ability to maintain a safe, efficient, and well-organized working environment.

**Main Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Ensure the cleanliness and organization of the laboratory and office areas, and oversee laboratory equipment, including glassware.
- Manage the acquisition and maintenance of stock levels for chemicals and laboratory supplies.
- Provide support to the chemistry team members in various tasks.
- Responsible for sample husbandry and preparation of solutions.
- Assist in file and record maintenance, as well as desk-based administrative tasks.
- Maintain high levels of housekeeping, particularly regarding storing materials, chemicals, solvents, and customer samples.
- Adhere to all relevant standard operating procedures and compliance measures.
- Participate in appropriate training and development initiatives.
- Ensure assigned responsibilities are performed in a timely manner.
- Deliver effective communication and project updates to supervisors, managers, and project managers as required.

**Join Smithers MDT Ltd**: Smithers MDT is an equal opportunities employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. By joining us, you'll be part of our year-on-year growth and have access to exciting opportunities for career progression.

**Education**: Preferred
- High School or better